leave

Definition

  • n. the period of time during which you are absent from work or duty
  • n. permission to do something
  • v. go away from a place
  • v. go and leave behind, either intentionally or by neglect or forgetfulness

Word forms

Past participle
left
Past tense
left
Present participle
leaving
Third person singular
leaves

Example sentences

  1. n.

    I need to ask my boss for leave next week to attend a family event.

  2. vt.

    Please leave your shoes at the door before entering the house.

  3. vi.

    We will leave for the airport at 6 AM tomorrow.